Santos de Cartier
A tribute to pioneering aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, the Santos de Cartier embodies the spirit of innovation and elegance. Encased in a finely crafted 18K rose gold frame with gently rounded edges, its signature square silhouette is both distinctive and enduring. The silvered opaline dial features Roman numerals, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, and a discreet date window at 6 o’clock—an elegant interplay of function and form.
Inspired by a Visionary
First introduced in 1904, the Santos de Cartier collection honours the legacy of Alberto Santos-Dumont, whose request for a wristwatch suitable for flight inspired one of Cartier’s most iconic designs. Emphasising minimalist elegance, refined detailing, and precise proportions, the collection is instantly recognisable by its softened square case and exposed screws—hallmarks of its bold, utilitarian aesthetic. Though reinterpreted over time, it remains deeply rooted in its original ethos of purposeful design and timeless style.
A tribute to pioneering aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, the Santos de Cartier embodies the spirit of innovation and elegance. Encased in a finely crafted 18K rose gold frame with gently rounded edges, its signature square silhouette is both distinctive and enduring. The silvered opaline dial features Roman numerals, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, and a discreet date window at 6 o’clock—an elegant interplay of function and form.
Inspired by a Visionary
First introduced in 1904, the Santos de Cartier collection honours the legacy of Alberto Santos-Dumont, whose request for a wristwatch suitable for flight inspired one of Cartier’s most iconic designs. Emphasising minimalist elegance, refined detailing, and precise proportions, the collection is instantly recognisable by its softened square case and exposed screws—hallmarks of its bold, utilitarian aesthetic. Though reinterpreted over time, it remains deeply rooted in its original ethos of purposeful design and timeless style.